NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Showing all 7 results Save | Export
How Trainee Teachers of IT Approach Teaching Their Subject.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Hammond, M.; Mumtaz, S. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2001
Describes research that considered the aims and purposes of teaching information technology (IT) in secondary schools through a grounded theory investigation of trainee teachers' experiences and attitudes to their subject. Discusses two approaches to teaching: one focused on the purpose for using IT and used authentic data; and one focused on…
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Information Technology, Secondary Education, Teacher Attitudes
Student Teachers' First Reflections on Information and Communications Technology and Classroom Learning: Implications for Initial Teacher Education
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Sime, Daniela; Priestley, Mark – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2005
This article explores student teachers' views of the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in schools. There is limited research literature regarding the perceptions that such students develop in relation to the use of ICT in teaching while observing practice in schools. The paper offers an interpretive analysis of the opinions…
Descriptors: Reflective Teaching, Student Teachers, Information Technology, Student Attitudes
Trainee Teachers' Views on What Helps Them to Use Information and Communication Technology Effectively in Their Subject Teaching
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Barton, R.; Haydn, T. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2006
This study explored the views of initial teacher trainees on various components of their training in the use of new technology to teach their subject. The research focused on trainees' reflections on their experiences of trying to "get better" at information and communication technology (ICT) in the course of their training. Data collection…
Descriptors: Trainees, Focus Groups, Information Technology, Teacher Attitudes
ICT Skills Learning Strategies and Histories of Trainee Teachers.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Taylor, Liz – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2003
Reports on a one-year action research study at the University of Cambridge (United Kingdom) which explored processes by which a cohort of postgraduate teacher trainees learned personal information and communication technology (ICT) skills. Discusses learning strategies reported by students in interviews; considers previous experience and software…
Descriptors: Action Research, Computer Software, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
IT under School-Based Policies for Initial Teacher Training.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Byard, M. J. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1995
Describes an information technology (IT) use survey of Post Graduate Certificate of Education students and staff from the University of Leeds (England). Assessments included students' initial and final IT confidence, IT activities and problems encountered, and the extent to which IT was used in teaching practice. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Confidence Testing, Foreign Countries, Information Technology
The Implications of the National Curriculum for the Use of Information Technology in the Primary School.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Blease, D. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1989
Discusses the information technology requirements for 5- to 11-year-olds under the United Kingdom's 1988 Education Reform Act. Attainment targets set by the curriculum are described for English, mathematics, science, and design and technology, and knowledge and skills required of primary school teachers under the Act are explained. (seven…
Descriptors: British National Curriculum, Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Design, Elementary Education
Information Technology in Education Research Programme 1988-93.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Lewis, R. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1989
Describes activities of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) in the United Kingdom related to ways that information technology may contribute to learning. Topics discussed include cognitive science; evaluation of changes in learning; language skills; learner-machine interface; policy and management issues; teacher education; computer…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Distance Education, Educational Administration, Educational Research